[Proposal setup] Proposal title
Please provide your proposal title
Axiom-like Advanced Cardano Trading Platform by DexHunter
[Proposal Summary] Budget Information
Enter the amount of funding you are requesting in ADA
415000
[Proposal Summary] Time
Please specify how many months you expect your project to last
8
[Proposal Summary] Translation Information
Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated
No
Original Language
en
[Proposal Summary] Problem Statement
What is the problem you want to solve?
Current Cardano DeFi lacks pro trading features - wallet friction, limited orders, no automation, slow processing, poor analytics barriers.RetryClaude can make mistakes. Please double-check responses.
[Proposal Summary] Project Dependencies
Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?
Yes
Describe any dependencies or write 'No dependencies'
We rely on existing decentralized exchanges (DEXs) including Minswap, SundaeSwap, and other Cardano DEXs for liquidity and order execution. Integration with their APIs and smart contracts is essential for providing comprehensive trading capabilities, real-time price feeds, and market data aggregation.
[Proposal Summary] Project Open Source
Will your project's outputs be fully open source?
No
License and Additional Information
Core smart contracts for balance management and trading execution will be open-sourced and published in public GitHub repositories. However, proprietary algorithms for advanced analytics, trading strategies, risk management tools, and user interface designs will remain closed-source to maintain competitive advantage and protect intellectual property.
[Theme Selection] Theme
Please choose the most relevant theme and tag related to the outcomes of your proposal
DeFi
[Campaign Category] Category Questions
Describe your established collaborations.
DexHunter is integrated in most Cardano dapps iincluding, but not limited to: snek.fun, TapTools, Vespr, Eternl, Anvil, Xerberus, SNEK, Butane, Iagon, Bodega, SyncAI, Pondora, Levvy, FlowDesk, Tokeo, and 50+ more. We are also woking with institutions like FlowDesk to increase Cardano volume and visibility.
Describe funding commitments.
Long-term Platform Sustainability: DexHunter commits to maintaining and continuously developing the Axiom-like trading platform for a minimum of 2 years post-launch, with ongoing feature development, security updates, and user support. Our established revenue model through trading fees ensures sustainable operations beyond the initial funding period.
Community Integration: We pledge to integrate with all our existing partners, which are most of Cardano dapps, ensuring our platform benefits the entire Cardano DeFi ecosystem rather than competing with it.
Describe your key performance metrics.
Post-launch KPIs:
KPI: Daily Advanced Trading Volume
- Baseline (Month 6): $1,000,000 daily volume through advanced features
- 6-Month Target: $2,000,000 daily volume (300% increase)
- 12-Month Target: $10,000,000 daily volume (1,900% increase)
KPI: Total Platform Transactions (All Order Types)
- Current DexHunter Base:
75,000/month (2,500/day)
- 6-Month Target: 150,000/month (~5,000/day) (100% increase)
- 12-Month Target: 400,000/month (~13,300/day) (430% increase)
[Your Project and Solution] Solution
Please describe your proposed solution and how it addresses the problem
Our solution enhances DexHunter with practical, advanced trading features that address real user pain points in Cardano DeFi trading through four key improvements:
One-Click Trading with In-Platform Balances
Deposit multiple currencies (ADA, stablecoins, popular tokens) into non-custodial smart contracts
Execute trades instantly without wallet confirmations for each transaction
Easy withdrawals back to your wallet at any time
Real-time balance tracking across all deposited assets
Improved Order Types
Basic limit orders and stop-loss functionality
Simple take-profit orders
Market orders with better slippage protection
Order history and management interface
Enhanced Trading Interface
Cleaner, more intuitive trading dashboard
Basic charting with essential technical indicators
Real-time price feeds and order book display
Portfolio overview with profit/loss tracking
Practical Analytics and Tools
Simple portfolio performance tracking
Transaction history and basic reporting
Multi-DEX price comparison for better execution
Holder tracking and other advanced useful information
This focused approach significantly reduces trading friction while adding genuinely useful features that Cardano traders actually need, without overcomplicating the platform.
[Your Project and Solution] Impact
Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community
Ecosystem Growth by improving UX
- Reduces trading friction and improves user experience for existing Cardano DeFi users
- Makes DeFi trading more accessible to users transitioning from centralized exchanges
- Increases trading volume across integrated Cardano DEXs through improved user retention
Cardano Innovation
- Demonstrates practical applications of Cardano's UTXO model for DeFi innovation
- Establishes DexHunter as a leading Cardano DeFi platform with enhanced capabilities
Increaded Network Activity
- Increases transaction frequency through reduced friction and improved user experience
- Attracts more consistent trading activity with better order types and portfolio tools
- Generates sustainable fee revenue that benefits Cardano validators and the broader ecosystem
[Your Project and Solution] Capabilities & Feasibility
What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?
Our team operates DexHunter, currently the leading DEX aggregator on Cardano, handling the majority of daily trading volume. We have demonstrated our ability to build, deploy, and scale complex DeFi applications with high reliability and security standards.
Technical Expertise
- Extensive experience with Cardano smart contract development
- Deep understanding of UTXO model and its advantages for trading applications
- Proven ability to integrate with multiple DEX protocols simultaneously
- Strong background in traditional finance and trading system architecture
Validation Approach
- Technical Feasibility: Prototype development with core functionality testing
- User Validation: Beta testing with select professional traders
- Performance Testing: Load testing to ensure scalability
- Security Validation: Comprehensive smart contract audits
- Market Validation: Gradual rollout with feature adoption metrics
[Milestones] Project Milestones
Milestone Title
Advanced Architecture Design & Core Infrastructure
Milestone Outputs
- Comprehensive system architecture documentation with technical specifications and integration patterns for the complete trading platform infrastructure
- Smart contract specifications for balance management covering non-custodial asset handling and automated rebalancing mechanisms for secure operations
- API design for advanced trading features including RESTful endpoints and WebSocket connections for real-time data feeds and authentication systems
Acceptance Criteria
- Complete technical architecture document approved by team with stakeholder sign-offs and peer reviews from senior developers for compliance verification
- Smart contract design reviewed and validated through comprehensive code reviews and security analysis with gas optimization assessments completed
- API specifications documented and ready for implementation with complete endpoint definitions and error handling procedures for integration
Evidence of Completion
- Complete technical architecture document approved by team with stakeholder sign-offs and peer reviews from senior developers for compliance verification
- Smart contract design reviewed and validated through comprehensive code reviews and security analysis with gas optimization assessments completed
- API specifications documented and ready for implementation with complete endpoint definitions and error handling procedures for integration
Delivery Month
2
Cost
35000
Progress
10 %
Milestone Title
Core Smart Contract Development & Balance Management
Milestone Outputs
- Non-custodial balance management smart contracts providing secure asset handling and automated transaction processing with multi-signature wallet support
- Multi-asset deposit and withdrawal functionality supporting various Cardano native tokens with automated processing systems and real-time balance updates
- Basic trading execution contracts enabling automated order matching and trade settlement processes with slippage protection mechanisms
- Security testing and initial audits including vulnerability assessments and code review processes with comprehensive security reports
Acceptance Criteria
- Smart contracts deployed on mainnet with successful testing and validation of all core functions with performance optimization completed
- All deposit and withdrawal functions working correctly with proper error handling and transaction validation across multiple asset types
- Basic trading functionality operational including order placement and execution with settlement processes and price feed integration working
- Initial security audit completed with vulnerability assessment and code review with all critical issues identified and addressed properly
Evidence of Completion
- Mainnet smart contract addresses with deployment documentation and transaction history with code verification and comprehensive deployment logs
- Successful transaction examples demonstrating deposit and withdrawal functionality with proper documentation and test cases recorded
- Security audit report including vulnerability assessment results and code review findings with remediation actions and final certification
Delivery Month
3
Cost
85000
Progress
30 %
Milestone Title
Advanced Order Types
Milestone Outputs
- Implementation of limit and stop-loss orders with advanced functionality including partial fills and time-in-force options with conditional execution
- Order management system providing real-time order tracking and modification capabilities with cancellation functionality and comprehensive order history
Acceptance Criteria
- All advanced order types functional on mainnet including limit orders and stop-loss orders with proper execution logic and price validation
- Order management interface operational with user-friendly controls and real-time updates with order modification capabilities and status tracking
Evidence of Completion
- Successful advanced order executions with documented test cases and transaction records with performance metrics and functionality demonstrations
- User acceptance testing results including feedback collection and bug reports with performance analysis and comprehensive testing documentation
Delivery Month
5
Cost
95000
Progress
60 %
Milestone Title
Pro Trading Interface & Analytics
Milestone Outputs
- Advanced charting with technical indicators providing comprehensive market analysis tools with customizable chart layouts and drawing tools
- Real-time portfolio management interface displaying asset allocation and performance metrics with risk assessment and profit/loss tracking
Acceptance Criteria
- Charting interface completed with all technical indicators functional and responsive chart interactions with customization options available
- Real-time data feeds functional with accurate price updates and market data streaming with low latency and reliable connections
- Portfolio analytics accurate and responsive with real-time calculations and performance tracking with comprehensive reporting features
Evidence of Completion
- Live demo of trading interface showcasing all features and functionality with user interaction examples and performance demonstrations
- Portfolio analytics screenshots displaying various portfolio views and analytics with calculation accuracy and real-time update verification
- User testing feedback reports documenting interface usability and feature effectiveness with recommendations for improvements and optimizations
Delivery Month
7
Cost
80000
Progress
80 %
Milestone Title
Beta Testing
Milestone Outputs
- Comprehensive beta testing program with structured testing protocols and user recruitment strategy with feedback collection systems
- User feedback integration and optimization including bug fixes and performance improvements with feature enhancements based on user input
Acceptance Criteria
- Beta testing completed with users participating in structured testing phases with comprehensive feedback collection and analysis
- All critical bugs resolved with proper testing and validation of fixes with performance optimization and stability improvements implemented
- User feedback incorporated into platform improvements with feature enhancements and user experience optimizations based on testing results
Evidence of Completion
- Beta testing report with metrics including user engagement statistics and testing coverage with detailed analysis of platform performance
- Bug resolution documentation showing identified issues and their fixes with testing validation and performance improvement measurements
- User satisfaction surveys with feedback analysis and recommendations with implementation status of suggested improvements and optimizations
Delivery Month
9
Cost
70000
Progress
90 %
Milestone Title
Public Launch & Documentation
Milestone Outputs
- Public mainnet launch of full platform with all features operational and proper monitoring systems with performance optimization for production
- Complete documentation and user guides including technical documentation and user tutorials with API documentation for developers
- Marketing and community outreach including social media campaigns and community engagement with educational content and platform promotion
- Final project report and video documenting project achievements and technical implementation with demonstration of all platform features
Acceptance Criteria
- Successful public launch with no critical issues including stable platform performance and proper monitoring with user onboarding systems functional
- Complete documentation published including user guides and technical documentation with API references and integration examples available
- Community adoption metrics met including user registration targets and trading volume goals with active community engagement established
Evidence of Completion
- Live platform on Cardano mainnet with all features operational and accessible with performance monitoring and user activity tracking
- Published documentation and guides including comprehensive user manuals and developer resources with tutorials and integration examples
- Launch metrics and user adoption data showing platform usage statistics and community growth with engagement metrics and trading activity
- Final project report and demonstration video showcasing all platform features and capabilities with technical achievements and user testimonials
Delivery Month
12
Cost
15000
Progress
100 %
[Final Pitch] Budget & Costs
Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources
Architecture Design and Planning: ₳35,000
- System design and technical specifications
- Risk assessment and mitigation planning
Core Smart Contract Development: ₳85,000
- Balance management contracts
- Security implementation and testing
Advanced Trading Engine: ₳95,000
- Order management system
- Advanced order type implementation
Professional Trading Interface: ₳80,000
- Advanced charting and analytics
- Portfolio management tools
Security Audits: ₳70,000
- Deposit management contracts
- Beta testing and optimization
Beta Testing and Public Launch: ₳50,000
- Bug reports and fixes
- Public launch and marketing
- Documentation and community support
[Final Pitch] Value for Money
How does the cost of the project represent value for the Cardano ecosystem?
This proposal delivers exceptional value to the Cardano ecosystem through several key factors:
- Measurable ROI: Based on our KPI targets, the ₳415,000 investment could generate over $10M daily trading volume within 18 months, creating substantial fee revenue for validators and economic activity for the ecosystem.
- Ecosystem Transformation: Creates a platform that could attract institutional capital and professional traders, positioning Cardano to compete directly with Ethereum's advanced DeFi infrastructure.
- Network Effects: Success drives adoption across all Cardano DeFi protocols through increased liquidity, user base expansion, and developer ecosystem growth.
- Innovation Leadership: Establishes Cardano as the premier blockchain for professional DeFi trading, attracting developers, institutions, and capital that benefit the entire ecosystem.
The investment represents exceptional value at approximately $0.15 per projected new pro user, while potentially generating billions in ecosystem economic activity.
[Required Acknowledgements] Consent & Confirmation
Terms and Conditions:
Yes